The Favourite Son

2016 Tempranillo

Best Drinking

2017 – 2021

Tempranillo is proving to be ideally suited to the climate of Gundaroo in the Canberra region.

With its origins in Spain, this flamboyant variety produces rich, black grapes, leading to a wine of savoury character with rounded rich dark fruit flavours. It requires special attention in the vineyard with a longer ripening period than other varieties, leading to its status as The Favourite Son. Our Tempranillo is feisty yet balanced, just like our two favourite sons, Ben and Sam.

Red Belly Black

2014 Sparkling Shiraz Viognier

Best Drinking

2017 – 2022

Our Sparkling Shiraz Viognier is an elegant wine with a bite – having the zest of spicy berry fruit flavours, it is rich on the palate.

This signature wine is produced from selected parcels of our best Tallagandra Hill grapes, blending the characteristic cool climate Shiraz with the floral notes of Viognier. And just the right amount of fizz to lift any occasion. Serve this wine as an aperitif or when dining with friends.

The Great Ron Shiraz

This wine is named after our beloved family patriarch, Ron Faulks, who sadly passed away shortly before his 96th birthday, on the day we finished handpicking our outstanding 2017 vintage of Shiraz.

Like our Great Ron, this wine has a strong, resilient character with a memorable finish. With a dark chocolate and toffee nose, it has velvety black plum and cherry flavours and a subtle apricot floral lift. Aged in American oak, the wine is both powerful and elegant. Made in limited quantities from selected parcels of fruit, this wine will reward careful cellaring.

Jack & Cecilia

2016 Cabernet Duo

Best Drinking

2017 – 2022

Jack & Cecilia is named after the couple who originally farmed the land that is now Tallagandra Hill.

They lived together on the property for 67 years, dying two days apart. They were the ultimate duo – inspiring our blend of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon with its delightful red berry flavours that stay the journey. It is an easy-drinking wine with a vibrant nose, soft palate, and a clean finish.

The Newtown Farmer

This captivating blend was inspired by the diverse culture and creative flair of Newtown where David and Mary spent the first 14 years of their marriage.

This is a wine that jumps out at you with strawberries on the nose and rich, full red fruit flavours on the palate. The Tempranillo adds depth to sweet berry tones of Cabernet Franc and the well-developed tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon. This new blend is perfect for today’s bustling society – with a twist of rural calm. It stretches the boundaries of cool climate wines in the same way that we were stretched in our early days as the Newtown Farmers at Tallagandra Hill.

Eva

2018 Rosé

Best Drinking

2018 – 2020

Made from the Cabernet Franc grape, the wine is named after family matriarch Eva McAvoy, who is gentle of spirit, young of heart and robust of character.

The Eva Rosé is made for those who enjoy social occasions with friends and family, without taking themselves too seriously. It o ers the taste of red apple, raspberries and roses with subtle sweetness on the palate. Serve slightly chilled.

The Prodigal Daughter

2017 Vermentino

Best Drinking

2017 – 2020

2017 provided the perfect growing conditions in the Gundaroo district for this sophisticated white wine.

Originating in southern Italy, but with a strong Spanish influence, Vermentino offers vibrant cumquat and mandarin on the nose, and has characteristic wild herb and citrus flavours. Its fresh crisp acidity with gentle sweetness makes it a superb wine to drink on its own or with a variety of food. The Prodigal Daughter is named after Mary – the youngest of eight McAvoy children from a farming family in Ireland. Mary has brought her Celtic heritage and talents all the way to Tallagandra Hill. Serve slightly chilled.

The Diplomat

The fruit was divided into parcels then fermented in both French oak and stainless steel tanks. The batches were then blended to produce a wine with subtle oak and fresh fruit flavours. It is designed to impress discerning guests who are looking for a white wine with a depth of character and sophistication on the palate. It is inspired by the international community who enrich our society. Serve slightly chilled.

The Sassy Redhead (Sold out)

2017 CABERNET FRANC

Best Drinking

2017 – 2019

SOLD OUT

Made from the Cabernet Franc grape, this wine tastes and smells of raspberries and violets, with a delicious touch of sweetness on the palate…

The wine, with a floral red fruit character that is fresh and vibrant, was designed for young people with a zest for life. It also pays tribute to Tallagandra Hill’s first four-legged friend, Sassy, and our much loved canine ‘marketing manager’ Mac – himself a sassy redhead. Serve slightly chilled.